BrickDXB travel guide
Plan your Dubai trip
When to go, what is near what, where to stay, how to get around and how to spend your days. Practical, up-to-date guides, with every area linked to its BrickDXB page if you are thinking of staying longer.
Best monthsNovember to MarchGetting aroundMetro + Nol cardIdeal stay4 to 5 days
When to goBest time to visit Dubai: weather and events month by monthWhen to visit Dubai: average temperatures, sea temperature, events and seasonal attractions for every month, plus tips for summer and Ramadan.3 min read · Read guide →AttractionsDubai attractions by area: what is near whatA neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood guide to Dubai's main attractions, from Downtown and Old Dubai to Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah, with the nearest metro stations.3 min read · Read guide →Where to stayWhere to stay in Dubai: the best areas for first-time visitorsThe best Dubai neighbourhoods to stay in for sightseeing, beaches, nightlife, families and budgets, and what each area is like to live in long-term.2 min read · Read guide →ItineraryDubai itinerary: how to see the main attractions in 3 to 5 daysA practical 3, 4 or 5-day Dubai itinerary that groups attractions by area to cut travel time, with tips on booking, timing and getting around.2 min read · Read guide →Getting aroundGetting around Dubai: metro, tram, taxis and water transportHow to get around Dubai as a visitor: the metro's Red and Green lines, the Nol card, the tram, taxis and ride-hailing, abras and the water bus.2 min read · Read guide →Free & cheapFree things to do in DubaiThe best free things to do in Dubai: fountain shows, public beaches, the souks, Old Dubai's heritage district, parks and waterfront walks.1 min read · Read guide →